Crafts, Patterns, DIY and Handmade Ideas from CraftGossip

How to replace the lining of your purse

January 16, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Is the lining on your purse looking a little worse for wear? Maybe a few ink pens have leaked, or perhaps a forgotten candy bar melted a little? Don’t trash the bag. Do a little lining switcheroo instead with this … Read More...

Cross-stitch giveaway

January 16, 2009 by Denise Felton

deRomilly of Stitching with a Shimmy blog is giving away a copy of The Art of William Morris in Cross Stitch by Barbara Hammet. To be in the running, post a comment in answer to her marketing question. The … Read More...

CHA Sneak Peek – Jillibean Soup

January 16, 2009 by Francine Clouden

The new Ministrone collection from Jillibean Soup.

See some other Jillibean Soup projects by Kimber McGray here

Simple Scrapbooks to Cease Publication

January 16, 2009 by Francine Clouden

It’s not an exaggeration to say that it is a sad day for scrapbookers everywhere. Yesterday CK Media announced that Simple Scrapbooks will cease publication after its May/June 2009 publication. Citing the economic downturn Lin Sorensen, VP and Editorial Manager … Read More...

Tutorial: Make a taggie football

January 15, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Boys are so often left out of the crafting world. We make purses, and dresses, and litttle frilly things for our little girls, but it’s a bit more difficult when it comes to the little boys. That’s why this taggie … Read More...

Charming giveaway

January 15, 2009 by Denise Felton

Bee Square Blog is giving away a charm pack of adorable Japanese fabrics. See the rules. A winner will be chosen at random on January 19.

Submit products for review to craftgossip.com.

January 15, 2009 by lori greenberg

Did you know that you can submit your products for review by Craft Gossip editors? Just send us a sample, let us try it out and we’ll blog it here for you. Here is the link for the details on … Read More...

Glass Alien Bead

January 15, 2009 by lori greenberg

I’m blogging from Sedona, Arizona, the UFO capital of the world. Well, I don’t know if that’s true but it does have a reputation for being one of those places that attract similar stories and experiences. How fitting then, … Read More...

Heart shaped bath bombs

January 15, 2009 by jessica neaves

This fun tutorial is for heart shaped bath bombs that include a hidden love note inside the bomb! Follow the directions to make these with or without the love token inside. For packaging, try a cellophane or ziplock bag for … Read More...

How to Make Crazy Quilt inchies

January 15, 2009 by Denise Felton

Lisa of Ivory Blush Roses blog created a delicious bit of crazy quilting and then (talk about crazy!) cut it up! As she embellishes the 1″ x 1″ pieces and finishes their edges with blanket stitch, she’s winding up with … Read More...

Tinkering Ink moves to Creativity Inc

January 15, 2009 by Francine Clouden

Some breaking news from Tinkering Ink direct from their blog

Recently we have decided to combine the ability of our Ink with a new Inc. “Creativity Inc.” that is. By merging Kezia’s talents with the long standing success and resources

Cutesy but not cutesy, Monster Felter

January 15, 2009 by Linda Lanese

What a creative imagination this young lady has according to what I have seen on Flickr and in her ETSY Shop. She has some of the most adorable soft sculptures and amazingly delightful monsters. She is advertising and … Read More...